34 minutes agoLatest NewsComments Off on Xbox brings five new games to its Game Pass lineup while Starfield makes a comeback
OVER the past year, the biggest news for Xbox players was the shakeup of its Game Pass tiers.
Xbox Game Pass Standard replaced Game Pass for Console, and around 40 games were removed from players’ libraries.
ObsidianAvowed is one of the Game Pass highlights of the month[/caption]
BethesdaStarfield is finally returning to Game Pass Standard[/caption]
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Slowly Xbox has been adding these games back to the service, but this month, some major titles are making their comeback.
Starfield’s removal was one of the biggest upsets, but it has now rejoined the middle tier of Game Pass.
It is joined by two other 2024 hits, Another Crab’s Treasure and Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, which are back on players’ consoles.
Aside from the three games returning to Game Pass Standard players, up to five new games will be added to your library, depending on your tier.
Ultimate players will receive all five games, PC will get four, and Standard players can pick up two new titles this month.
34 minutes agoLatest NewsComments Off on Daisy May Cooper’s This Country ‘to be revived’ five years after hit BBC comedy ended – but there’s a twist
COMEDY star Daisy May Cooper has revealed two characters loved by fans will be returning to screens, five years after they were last seen.
Daisy May Cooper is starring in the second season of her hit comedy Am I Being Unreasonable? but she’s revealed it’s characters from one of her most iconic shows that will be set to return.
Kerry and Kurtan Mucklowe are set to return to TVBBCBBCDaisy May Cooper revealed there would be a ‘crossover’ between her series This Country and Am I Being Unreasonable?[/caption]
Daisy alongside co-star Charlie Cooper will reprise their roles from This Country as Kerry and Kurtan Mucklowe, who will make a ‘crossover’ appearance into Am I Being Unreasonable?
Discussing blending the two shows, Daisy appeared on ITV’s This Morning as she revealed fans would be treated to a cameo from the Cotswolds characters.
Asked by This Morning presenter Cat Deeley if her character Nic was going to get away with murder after the events of Series 1, Daisy explained: “Oh, I can’t tell you that.
“What I can tell you, you’re going to love and This Country fans are going to love this.
“Kerry and Kurtan are coming into Am I Being Unreasonable? Season 2.
“So it’s going to be a comedy crossover. So This Country fans you’ll be happy.”
The second series of Am I Being Unreasonable? airs on BBC One, after filming concluded last year.
The series was the brainchild of Daisy and co-writer and co-star Selin Hizli, with the pair coming up with the storyline during the pandemic.
Daisy previously shared in an interview: “For me I always wanted to write something with Selin because I think she’s the most talented person I’ve ever met, I mean second to me, I am massively talented (laughs) but there’s nobody else who makes me laugh like her.”
Selin added: “I knew you were just at home doing nothing because so was the rest of the world. So I knew you couldn’t come up with a good excuse so I could just force you to be my friend.”
Speaking to OK! she explained: “I was pregnant when we started filming and then my son was born seven weeks early, so we had to stop filming right in the middle.”
She added: “I have a brilliant son, but it was really stressful.”
Best BBC comedies
We look back at some of the best to ever grace the screen.
Fawlty Towers (1975-1979) – Only two series were made of the beloved institution. However, the cultural impact of the series starring John Cleese and Connie Booth spans decades. It follows rude and intolerant Basil Fawlty (Cleese) as he attempts to improve the reputation of his hotel.
Only Fools and Horses (1981-2003) – The show was crowned by some as the best British sitcom of all time by a TV poll in 2004. Seven series were broadcast on BBC until 1991 with additional sporadic Christmas specials airing until 2003. Sir David Jason starred as ambitious market trader Derek “Del Boy” Trotter whilst Nicholas Lyndhurst played his younger half-brother Rodney. Set in working-class Peckham in south-east London, it follows the highs and lows of the lives of the Trotters’, in particular their brazen attempts to get rich.
Blackadder (1983 – 1989) – Four series were made of the iconic show, created by Richard Curtis and Rowan Atkinson. Each series spans a different historical period as anti-hero Edmund Blackadder (Atkinson) tries to better himself in each society. Accompanied by his dogsbody Baldrick (Tony Robinson), trouble always ensues. A TV poll in 2004 found that Blackadder was voted the second-best British sitcom of all time
Absolutely Fabulous (1992 – 2012) – Jennifer Saunders and Joanna Lumley star as failing PR guru Edina ‘Eddie’ Monsoon and alcoholic fashionista Patsy Stone. The pair embark on heavy-drinking sessions and abuse drugs in a desperate attempt to stay ‘hip’. Eddie constantly chases bizarre fads and fails to lose weight whilst her disappointed and neglected daughter Saffy (Julia Sawalha) looks on.
Little Britain (2003 – 2006) – The premise is simple. A sketch show which features different British people from all walks of life that are engaged in all sorts of comical scenarios. Starring Matt Lucas and David Walliams, the pair created iconic pop culture characters. Viewers loved obnoxious council estate teenager Vicky Pollard, morbidly obese scrounger Bubbles Devere, slimming coach Marjorie Dawes, despondent office worker Carol Beer, disgraced politician Sir Norman Fry, of course the iconic Lou and Andy!
The Catherine Tate Show (2004-2015) – A sketch show starring the likes of Catherine Tate. She made iconic characters such as rowdy schoolgirl Lauren Cooper with her line ‘Am I bovvered?’. Other characters featured Bernie the nurse, the aga saga woman, complaining couple Janice and Ray, and of course her infamous ‘Nan’, Joannie Taylor. The last character herself spawned multiple specials and even a movie.
Gavin and Stacey (2007 – Present) The series tells the story of Gavin (Matthew Horne) and Stacey (Joanna Page). The pair embarked on an online and telephone romance for six months. But when they finally decide to be together properly, their friends and family get in the way. Ruth Jones and James Corden created the beloved show, which has been going for over a decade. The 2019 Christmas special was the most-watched comedy in 17 years and the most-viewed non-sporting event in a decade.
34 minutes agoLatest NewsComments Off on I studied with Liz Truss but became a dominatrix – my colleagues drive Range Rovers & send their kids to private schools
WHILE her Oxford University classmate Liz Truss went on to become the country’s Prime Minister, life turned out a little different for Melissa Todd.
The 47-year-old, from Hertfordshire, has spent three decades working in the sex industry, first as a stripper and now as a dominatrix – although she describes herself as a ”submissive” one.
The 47-year-old former Oxford student has been in the sex industry for three decadesLiz Gregg - commissioned by The Times
instaram/melissa_r_toddThe dominatrix said that whilst of her clients, mainly in their 60s and 70s, are men, women make up for 10% of her clientele[/caption]
In sexual terms, a dominatrix is a woman who has power or control over her partner (who she doesn’t have to be in a committed relationship with).
Some examples of this BDSM kink may include pinching the partner aggressively, prohibiting them from speaking, ordering to have your feet licked and making them crawl across the floor.
However, Melissa – aka Miss Matthews – has been paid for even more bizarre requests, such as bouncing on a space hopper whilst munching on artichokes.
Before earning a fortune as a dominatrix, Melissa was a student at one of the world’s leading establishments – Oxford University.
”I was at Oxford reading Philosophy, Politics and Economics along Liz Truss, we were the same age.
”But I got bored, so I became a stripper and I was at Piccadilly doing dancing. It was just meant to be a year-out and I thought eventually I will go back and obviously get a proper job.
”But it just never happened. So, a model scout came in and asked if I wanted to make spanking porn and I went ‘Yeah, alright’,” she shared the bizarre journey.
”I just never stopped really […]. Then I met girls who were making a fortune and offering one-to-one sessions and they were living in detached houses, driving Range Rovers and kids at private school.
”I thought ‘I could do that’ – and I could. And here I am.”
Melissa, who’s managed to build a loyal clientele, explained that a large portion of those with the kink find her on social media where she is ”quite open and out there”.
”They do keep coming back, it’s true. I have a little book where I write down the names of their grandchildren and how they like their tea and things – and they think I care.”
Melissa studied alongside Liz TrussPA
Although it’s been decades since she started raking in as a dominatrix, Melissa still recalls her first-ever client – a man who had just had a triple heart bypass surgery and had found her on a newspaper ad.
”He was very experienced – been everywhere, seen everyone. I spent about four minutes hitting him, he said I was rubbish […] and he spent the rest of the hour just telling me what I was doing wrong, how to advertise […] – I was so grateful for it.”
On top of this, Melissa also runs two ”adult school days”, one in Portsmouth and one in Norway, where a bunch of ”naughty school boys and girls” do lessons together.
Raucous Role Play: If your partner enjoys dressing up for fun, it shows creativity and a desire to keep things exciting. However, it might signal that he struggles with responsibility.
Multi-Partner Fantasies: Craving variety doesn’t always mean he wants to cheat. However, it could indicate deeper feelings of unfulfillment.
Power & Control: A little dominance is normal, but if it’s always about control, it may hide insecurities.
Adventure: Men seeking thrills may push boundaries, so be sure your comfort zone is respected.
Flexibility: Openness to new experiences is great, but constant novelty-seeking could mean avoiding emotional connection.
Red Flag: If control is his ultimate fantasy, it may signal a deeper struggle with power dynamics.
”They all come to the front and get caned once – it’s good fun.”
Other ”common” kinks that seem to be a major hit are ”naughty nephew and angry aunt” and clients wanting to stroke her feet and ”getting wacked with slippers”.
However, for Melissa. who confessed she doesn’t ”believe in safe words”, there are also some big no-nos.
”Farting and s**t – I can’t go near it. I can’t poo if I think somebody else is in the house, nevermind if someone is laying there with their mouth open.”
‘Let people do what they want to do’
The dominatrix said that whilst of her clients, mainly in their 60s and 70s, are men, women make up for 10% of her clientele, especially for the naughty school days.
Although there’s less stigma around being a dominatrix, Melissa said that there’s still a common misconception the submissive clients are usually ”fat, pathetic laughing stock”.
Hitting back at the abuse, Mellissa said: ”Your sexuality is a tiny part of your life and as long as you explore it and enjoy it… Let people do what they want to do.”
But while the professional dominatrix may be working to break the stereotypes, the legalities of this type of sex work is still ”a grey area”.
Melissa added that one of her pals once run into trouble with the authorities: ”She was running a school day and a chap was canes in a way he didn’t enjoy, and he went to the police and reported her.
”But the police, luckily, went ‘Do you really want this in the papers, mate?’
”So, it’s not legal to hurt people for fun, unless it’s in a sporting capacity.”
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44 minutes agoLatest NewsComments Off on Stunning stat shows Chelsea star Cole Palmer is Europe’s most creative player – but hasn’t earned a SINGLE assist
COLE PALMER has not registered an assist for two months despite being the most creative player in Europe.
The Chelsea star has scored 14 goals this season and is on course to match his tally of 22 from last term.
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Palmer registered 15 assists during his first year with the Blues, but he is well behind this campaign with just six to his name.
And a shocking stat shows he is perhaps being let down by his team-mates’ poor finishing.
The assists have dried up recently and his last one came when he set up Enzo Fernandez in a 3-0 win over Aston Villa on December 1.
Palmer has still been Chelsea’s main man, making 32 chances in the 11 Premier League games since.
No other player in Europe’s top five divisions has been as creative across the last two months.
That includes Nottingham Forest’s Anthony Elanga and Fulham’s Antonee Robinson, who have assisted six and seven goals respectively in this period.
44 minutes agoLatest NewsComments Off on I’m a Tottenham legend despite getting sacked after 12 months… I know what Spurs must do to beat Liverpool
JUANDE RAMOS calls himself a “Spurs legend” as he is the last boss to lift a trophy at the club.
The Spaniard won just 19 of his 54 games — but one was a match fans will never forget.
GettyJuande Ramos won just 19 of his 54 games in charge of Tottenham[/caption]
Times Newspapers LtdBut one of them was the League Cup final[/caption]
PA:Press AssociationAnd Ramos knows how Spurs can repeat their Wembley glory from 2008[/caption]
Trailing 1-0 to Chelsea at Wembley, Tottenham fought back to win in extra-time as Jonathan Woodgate’s 94th-minute header put the Carling Cup in their trophy cabinet.
Despite the high-profile managerial appointments of Harry Redknapp, Mauricio Pochettino, Jose Mourinho and Antonio Conte, there has been no more silverware at Spurs since February 24, 2008.
But Ramos — who was sacked in October that year after 12 months in charge — now hopes Ange Postecoglou can change all that.
Ange’s side take a 1-0 lead to Anfield for tomorrow night’s Carabao Cup semi-final second leg.
Ramos, 70, said: “I am a Tottenham legend because I am the last manager to win a trophy.
“Whether I am regarded like that or not, I don’t know! But I think I am.
“It’s been way too many years for a tremendous club without enjoying success.
“This is a club that has everything to win lots of titles.
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“At some point the drought has to end and let’s hope it’s as soon as possible. The fans deserve it.”
If Postecoglou does end the club’s tedious wait for silverware, it would also mean Ramos’ name could disappear from memory.
But the former Real Madrid and Sevilla boss added: “Tottenham are a club that is in my heart and that I love very much.
“I hope they win the Carabao Cup, never mind if I go from being the last to penultimate manager to win a trophy.
“That doesn’t change the happy narrative of Juande Ramos’ time at Tottenham. I wasn’t there for long but we had a great time.”
Ramos warns that aiming to just sit and defend their 1-0 lead at Anfield is a bad idea.
He said: “It’s unlikely that Liverpool won’t score at all in 90 minutes.
“If they go there to defend it, it’s going to be very difficult to survive.
“They have to take risks, take their game to Liverpool. If Liverpool level the tie, Tottenham will have a mountain to climb.
“But this game is way more important for Tottenham than for Liverpool because it’s their best chance of winning a trophy.”
At Wembley 17 years ago, Didier Drogba gave Chelsea a first-half lead before Dimitar Berbatov’s 70th-minute penalty and Woodgate’s header completed a shock comeback.
Ramos said: “Chelsea were the biggest team in England and Europe at the time.
“They were clear favourites. We were in mid-table but saw them off and won deservedly.
“It was a huge surprise, which made it all the sweeter for the fans.”
But his time was up after taking two points from the first eight games of the 2008-09 season.
And Ramos laid the blame at the club’s door for selling — and not replacing — lethal duo Berbatov and Robbie Keane.
He said: “It was totally unfair because the club sold the two strikers who had scored 44 goals the previous year.
“And it’s always the manager who pays the price.
“After I got sacked, the club splashed £51million to sign Jermain Defoe and others in December.”
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